Neuromuscular Conditions II
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Required Texts:
Goodman CV, Fuller K. Pathology:Implications for the Physical Therapist. 3rd Edition Philadelphia, PA: W B Saunders Co: 2009 (Required for other courses during fall semester)
Umphred D (Ed):Neurological Rehabilitation, 5th Edition. St. Louis, Mosby, 2007 (also will be required Fall and Spring semesters)
Shumway-Cook A, Woollacott MH. Motor Control, 4nd edition. Philadelphia, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2012.
O’Sullivan SB, Schmitz TJ. Improving Functional Outcomes in Physical Rehabilitation. 1st Edition. Philadelphia, FA Davis Co: 2010.
Fairchild SL. Pierson and Fairchild’sPrinciples and Techniques of Patient Care. 5th ed. St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. (Required for other courses in fall semester).
Guide to Physical Therapy Practice, 2nd edition. PhysTher. 2001.